AKA: Wolfspitz, Chien Loup,German Wolfspitz
Description: Keeshond is a regular size breed that has double coat layers with a fur. They belong in the Spitz family. Their tail is curled and feathering. They have a balanced body built, square shaped. Their eyes is dark brown in color and shaped like almond. Ears are triangular and set high. Lips are black and teeth are strong and in scissors bite. They look very elegant and attractive with their hair and fur. Feet are round in shape and cat-like.

Temperament: Keeshond is very playful and fun to be with dog. They are cheerful. They love to be with children to play around. They are very loving, smart and friendly breed. They could do tricks if trained well by its owner. They hate to be left alone and be ignored. They are happy to be a part of their owner’s family. Theya re to a very protective dog especially to their owner. They bark to alarm that there is a suspicious stranger. Keeshond has a mix attitude that also depends on their owner’s training.

Activity: They are also reqiured to have a daily walk. They like to play and run around in a safe area. When they turn in circle it shows that they needed more exercise. These activities will help them stay fit and healthy.

Health: They could suffer from hip dysplasia, heart disease and skin problems like allergies. Their life span is about 12-15 years.

Grooming: Brushing their hair is very important to untangle and to maintain its smoothness and puffiness of their coat. Bathe them only when necessary.

Breed Group: AKC Non-Sporting
Color: Mixture of gray, black and cream
Height: Dogs 17-19 inches (44-48cm.) Bitches are 10% less.
Weight: some sources: 55-66 pounds (25-30kg.)
in other source: 35-45 pounds (15-20 kg.) Try to ask your breeder for the standard weight.
Country Of Origin: Germany

Dynamics: Originally they came from Chow Chow, Spitz, Samoyed breed. They are a born watcher. They became popular in Holland in 1700′s. Their name keeshond was originated in england known as a Dutch Barge Dog.

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AKA: Karst Sheepdog, Istrian Sheepdog, Krasky Ovcar, Krasevec
Description: Karst Shepherd breed is a dog that has a firm body, medium in size. Their hair is long and has double coat. Their hair is somewhat shaggy and they are also known for their dark mask on their face. They have an almond shaped eyes that is dark colored. Their tail is set low and ears lay down as well. Strong jaw and teeth in scissors bite.

Temperament: This breed is a very independent dog. They too are a fearless one. Also, a frugal and trustworthy. But they needed to be trained on obedience. Owners should be patient enough when training them for them to be able to learn fast and being harsh is not recommended. They are a dictator that could dominate people therefore, its owner must have a better understanding of this kind of breed. And that owners would also train their dog not to dominate over them. They are also best sheepdog and could guard their homes from suspicious strangers.

Activity: They are required to have a daily walk specifically brisk walking and jog too. Dogs must be just beside their owner while walking to let them understand that only ;eaders would lead the way for them.

Health: No specific health problems for this breed. Their life span is about 11-12 years.

Grooming: Regular brushing of their hair is needed and bathe them only when it is necessary.

Breed Group: Flock Guard
Color: Various shades of grey – iron, silver or dark grey.
Height: Females 21-24 inches (54-60 cm.) ; Males 22-25 inches (57-63 cm.)
Weight: 58-88 pounds (26-40 kg.)
Country Of Origin: Slovenia, Italy

Dynamics: The Karst Sheepdog got its name from a certain place in Slovenia that is known as Kras that is being landscaped They are the oldest indigenous breed in the place. They are considered very rare breed because of their being one of a kind or their uniqueness.

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AKA: Kai Ken, Kai Inu, Tora Inu, Tiger Dog
Description: Kai Dog breed is a very strong well muscled dog. They are commonly called deerhound. They have a very strong head and pointed muzzle and lips are firm. Their ears are carried high and triangular in shape. Also, their dark brown eyes are shaped triangular. Also, like their ears, their tail are erect and curled up. Their coat is straight and compact but also smooth to touch.

Temperament: This breed is a very alert especially with strangers so they could be a good guard dog to protect their family against suspicious strangers since they are a fearless dog. They are a very clever dog also athletic since they are a very strong well muscled dog. They are born a hunter. But they could also undergo such training to help them behave well and adopt good manners.

Activity: They are required to have a good amount of daily exercise as well as running and walking around to help them boost up their energy and be healthy.

Health: No known health issues with this breed. Life span is 12- 15 years.

Grooming: Their coat should be combed regulary to prevent tangle and bathe them only when necessary.

Breed Group: Hunting
Color: red brindle, black brindle or brindle
Height: For males, 18 to 22 inches; for females 17 to 20 inches.
Weight: from 25 to 55 pounds.
Country Of Origin: Japan

Dynamics: They are considered as japanese descendants that is from the district of Kai. That is why they are called the Kai Dog.

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AKA: IWS, Whiptail

Description: Irish Water Spaniel a ruggedly looking breed but very strong. They are a very hairy dog, body covered with a compact, long and very curly solid liver colored coat. Only their face and tail have short hair. This breed, is just regular in length and rectangular body shape with a proportioned body. Muzzle is squarely built and long. Their long nose goes with their coat color. They have strong jaws and teeth in scissors bite. Their tail is commonly called a rat tail that is thickly covered with curly short hair that looks like its clipped. They are a broad chested breed. They have webbed feet and since they love to swim, this could help them swim well.

Temperament: This is a smart, affectionate and a proud dog. They are a genius type so it is always easy to train them. They are also a very alert dog and often aloof with strangers. So they could be a good watch dog too. Generally, they get along well with other pets as long as they are properly socialized with them. They always enjoy being in water that is why they like to swim they have a good amount of stamina and energy for it. Also, they could even sense if their owner are being so gentle or just being cool to some situations that would lead them to be stubborn. They are also very protective of their own territory but owners should always be on guide and train them to recognize their owner as their leader.

Activity: They are required to have a daily exercise, walking specifically brisk walking also jogging and they always love to swim.

Health: Some Health issues for this breed includes: hypo-thyroidism and eye entropion. Their Life span is about 10-12 years.

Grooming: Brushing them very often is required since their hair has always the tendency to mat. Proper trimming is also necessary. They are not heavy shedder.

Breed Group: Gun Dog

Color: Solid liver.

Height: 20-23 inches (51-58cm)

Weight: 45-65 pounds (20-30kg)

Country Of Origin: Ireland

Dynamics: They are a sporting dog who always loves to swim that has a feathered tail to assist them. They have been recognized by AKC in the 1884. They are populary known as the water dog.

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AKA: Irish Red Terrier
Description: The Irish Terrier is a very strong muscular breed, and their body is rectangular in shape. When compared to the fox terrier, their body is longer but much more balanced. They have double coat, that is not good in quality but also straight and flat on their skin. Their underwool is red in color and compact. Their eyes are dark brown in color that showing a flaming expression. They too are long legged breed. Their ears should be like attached to their head that is required of them. Especially on dog shows. And their eyebrows are fuzzy with long muzzle. Their jaws are very strong with teeth in scissors bite.

Temperament: The Irish Terrier is a very dedicated dog to its owner. But at times could also be stubborn. They should be guided when playing with children especially those that are active ones. They are very smart too and could be trained with proper discipline and patience. They are required to have socialization training so they could adjust well to the people in their surroundings as well as with other pets. They like to chase on anything and also fund of digging to explore things

Activity: They needed a daily exercise and long brisk walking. And train them to just walk beside their owner and not be the one to lead the way to practice discipline and let them understand that their owner will always be the leader that they should obey.

Health: This breed is a healthy dog and no known hereditary diseases for them. Life span is about 12-15 years.

Grooming: They are not heavy shedder dog so it only requires minimal grooming. Brush them regularly to get dead hair. Bathe them only when needed also, they should be plucked manually at least two times in a year.

Breed Group: Terrier
Color: red, golden, or wheaten
Height: about 18 inches (43 cm.)
Weight: 25-27 pounds (11-12 kg.)
Country Of Origin: Cork, Ireland

Dynamics: They are considered as the oldest terrier and a hunter too. Then became popular in england in the year 1800′s. They have skills of retrieving and be a messenger during wars.

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